The Astonishing Battle of Winchelsea | Hundred Years War [Episode 7]

[@dinoduelist2219]

As a mini painter myself i will always appreciate the models when they come out. Excellent work and they really do help the story

[@thehistorysquad]

Couldn't agree more! 👍🏻

[@garyeddings2639]

Hard to imagine how that sort of combat would play out as fighting men scrambled onto enemy ships, amongst hoards of arrows and other projectiles, from both sides to engage in total mayhem hand to hand! Thanks for bringing it to life.

[@BrogCanadian]

Being thrown overboard wearing armor and chainmail sounds terrifying

[@DjigitDaniel]

God bless you, sir. You're a gift to the world with your passion and artistry for presenting history. Cheers to you and your team. An inspiring demonstration. I'll be breaking out my miniatures this week.

[@thehistorysquad]

Haha, wow, thanks Daniel, so glad you enjoy the films 👍🏻

[@deancain1841]

I couldn't agree more. As a student of history, when I found this channel, I've been nothing but enthralled ever since. This is better than any History/Discovery history TV segment!!

[@Movetheproduct]

@@deancain1841 thank you.

[@thehistorysquad]

@@deancain1841 Thanks Dean 👍🏻

[@Movetheproduct]

@tigershadow1 thank you

[@PeterOConnell-pq6io]

Great summary (and models) of this 100 Years War sea battle. The English fleets turning the weather gage advantage of the French fleet against them suggests those Anglo-Normans hadn't quite forgotten the tactics that their Viking ancestors used to win sea battles.

[@EtaoinShrdlu33]

Let’s get this man more subscribers! Most underrated history channel on KZbin.

[@thehistorysquad]

I appreciate that! Thanks Gregory 👍🏻

[@deancain1841]

Yep! Start sharing to history forums and social media!

[@cuanmccarogher4926]

I did not realise the extent of the predatory slave trade that plagued the the channel in those times.

[@DutchGuyMike]

@@cuanmccarogher4926 That was the biggest slave trade in history, FAR outweighing the African slave trade. They used to come north all the time to England/costs of north west Europe for slaves (and south europe of course too), and bring them back to the Islamic south to be sold as slaves.

[@maximusstarblazer]

Yes. The history he discusses is all enjoyable and I think a important bit of history or history review! Like flipping open a page in from a good old book.

[@sharhune2735]

Hello Keven, hope you are doing well. Loved the presentation. Naval battles are always brutal, as you can't exactly walk home if defeated. In the modern navy, damage control training is given special attention. Hull damage, if your quick, can be repaired and flooding controlled. If you want to know what really scares a sailor, it is fire. The fire destroys electrical equipment, you can no longer pump the water out of the people tank and just breathing becomes an issue. In the submarine service, if your at a shallow enough depth, you can seal the compartment and pump high pressure air in (real hard on the eardrums) and force the water out. I've learned more about the hundred years war, watching your videos, than I did in school. Keep up the great work.

[@thehistorysquad]

Hi Shar, that's why I joined the army 😉. Joking aside, thanks for the insights into fire on board a ship & sub, as you say, quite terrifying. 👍🏻

[@sharhune2735]

@@thehistorysquad Served active duty Navy and then Army reserve ( bubblehead and a ground pounder, what a combo).

[@thehistorysquad]

@@sharhune2735 LOL 👍🏻

[@sheilawest9757]

How could a student or viewer not get engrossed in a subject by your enthusiastic presentations. Absolutely fantastic!! Thankyou sir!

[@thehistorysquad]

You're very welcome!

[@the.holy.ex.machina.empire]

7:07 when Kevin starts playing the flute. I thought it was "warm kitty soft kitty" by the Big Bang theory. hahahaha!!

[@johnshufflebottom7907]

Funnily enough I thought the same thing, cracking story though.

[@LeadingPaws]

Fantastic as always Mr. Hicks. At the end, I imagine also the power of capturing so many vessels, as each is like a small castle and small fortune. No doubt this slice of history was a turning point for the English at sea.

[@hibernianperspective6183]

@5:10 I am reading 'The Stolen Village' by Des Ekin about exactly that. It is about Baltimore town, County Cork, on the south coast of Ireland, which was raided by Ottoman Turkish troops and the infamous Barbary Pirates of their client states.

[@thehistorysquad]

Sounds like a good book. It's estimated that over a million people were taken into slavery in medieval times. Baltimore as I recall was totally devoid of any living souls, only the dead were left behind by the slavers. 👍🏻

[@hibernianperspective6183]

@@thehistorysquad Completely forgotten today unfortunately.

[@ericbooth3393]

Man I love you Kevin Hicks, a great teacher, story teller, and the fire of the love of England within you. I hope this channel blows up. God bless you!

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks Eric, I'm really glad you enjoy the videos 👍🏻

[@crooner6782]

Love this station very educational and entertaining!

[@michaelread1974]

Thanks so much, Kevin, you bring history to life with your great format for models znd story telling but also your costumes which are fantastic. You could start a new fashion trend for medieval clothing.

[@thehistorysquad]

Haha, I've always wanted to be a trend setter 😜

[@PreppyClaw]

Well done Kevin! Again! You bring history alive for us. Thank you. I'll take your models, and your stories over any CGI presentation. There is no substitute for a passion for history.

[@thehistorysquad]

Bless you, thanks 😉

[@JackJack-vq3cm]

THIS MAN NEEDS MORE FANS BUT NGL THAT FLUTE WENT HARD ASF✊️🔥

[@thehistorysquad]

🤣 Cheers buddy

[@ronscannell6942]

I love this series

[@Insectoid_]

Loving these! Absolutely great

[@nicholisredfern7463]

What a battle! Having ships tied to ships and heavy weights being dropped. Truly a horrendous battle to fight.

[@thehistorysquad]

No kidding Nicholis - did you hang on till the end? I gave you a shout out 😉

[@nicholisredfern7463]

@@thehistorysquad I did and I was shocked to hear my name, thank-you

[@thehistorysquad]

@@nicholisredfern7463 Happy Days 😉. As one of my first Patrons, I thank you again for your support 👍🏻

[@ralphmghames1951]

I am now addicted to this series!Cant wait for part 8!!

[@thehistorysquad]

Cheers Ralph, glad you're enjoying it 👍🏻

[@hugofigueiredo2994]

And we all love a bit of great wine, oh yes sir...Awsome work. Greetings from Portugal

[@jonno27]

I had never heard of either this battle, or Spanish pirates during the hundred years war. Thanks for another great video.

[@akiro7653]

The Edwardian phase of the 100 years war really was just one English victory against all odds after another

[@thehistorysquad]

That's for sure. I'm asked if I can cover some French victories, but chronologically, I haven't encountered any yet 😜

[@lahire4943]

@@thehistorysquad It's strange because a greatly outnumbered French army won a major battle at Saint-Omer in 1340 and the French withstood the siege of Tournai on the same year...

[@thehistorysquad]

Hi there, thanks for watching the video. As I understand it, the Saint Omer battle was mainly a French/Flemish affair with the English supporting the Flemish and the English left the field pretty much in tact. In due course I will cover the sieges, in which the French were undoubtedly more superior and will most definitely be looking at Joan of Arc too, but for the time being I am concentrating on the main battles, as an Englishman. 👍🏻

[@lahire4943]

@@thehistorysquad Yeah you're probably right about that battle, but I hope you'll be covering the battle of Cocherel! Good videos nonetheless !

[@audiovideando1592]

@@thehistorysquad I'm a Spaniard, so I have my preference although I try to be unbiased. After this battle, followed La Rochelle in 1372, a sound Castilian victory. And later a 3 year old campaign (1377-1380) in which admiral Bocanegra of Castile got to the doors of London. I believe Winchelsea 1350 was the first time the English and the Castilians entered a battle against each other. Let me know if I'm missing something. Thank you for the entertaining video.

[@WesleyJH]

Great Film! I’ve been waiting all day for this to drop! Ha! Thank you for all you’re doing on this very entertaining and informative channel! You’ve even inspired me to go and try the longbow for my 30th in October! Keep it up Kevin!

[@thehistorysquad]

My pleasure thanks. I hope you enjoy the archery, I'll be adding some more films in the summer 👍🏻

[@Henrik1968]

The way you described all this, i swear i could almost smell & taste the salty air! 🤪 Oh and as a 'Ducheman' i have to say that your pronunciation of Sluis is spot on! 👍🏻 For England & Saint George! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@thehistorysquad]

Yay! You’re the first one to say so, thanks!!

[@Henrik1968]

@@thehistorysquad you are most welcome kind sir!

[@5786brian]

I wish you were my teacher when I was in school. I think I would've been inspired to take learning further. I've learnt more history from KZbin than I ever did in school. Love your videos

[@thehistorysquad]

Glad to hear it, thanks 👍🏻

[@paulkopacz5051]

You are a true Renaissance man. I like the solutions you come up with, practical and artistic!

[@thehistorysquad]

Haha, yes. Someone just suggested I use brownies next time and eat the captured vessels 😜

[@legus9684]

I adored the little models, my guy. I remember hating history as a kid, but heck, I'd love it if it was taught to me in such an interactive and fun way!

[@thehistorysquad]

Gotta have some fun with history 😉

[@Small_Print]

I'm a history teacher, if I could tell a story like you can my lessons would be 10x better!

[@thehistorysquad]

Cheers 👍🏻

[@hvymtl8650]

Sir Kevin! You have done it again my good man. I have learned more from you then I did in school. Lol! Keep up the good work! God bless you!

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks, will do! 👍🏻

[@arthurdoucette1786]

Greetings once again from nova Scotia, thanks Kevin, this was a very entertaining video. I love the models, keep them coming . Thank you once again, and as always best regards, Arthur

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks Arthur, will do!

[@alexc302]

Loving the series so far - you're a great storyteller! The recorder tune was a fun touch.

[@owen1079]

All these models! Absolutely brilliant. This channel should be shown in every high school & undergrad history class.

[@alexanderfenning8648]

I have never missed a episode of the 100 year war so far keep it up good sir.

[@thehistorysquad]

Cheers, I will do 👍🏻

[@kayharker712]

great show !

[@TheChellowBowman]

Good work Kevin, love a good story after a hard days labor

[@magnushorus5670]

ya, this guy is awesome and he tells a great story

[@thehistorysquad]

Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻 thanks.

[@DMM-cv5fh]

As a fellow historian, i am so glad to see a focus on the Hundred Years War.

[@fantasybound3001]

You're way of presenting and teaching history has reignited my passion for medieval history! Subscribed, and will be sharing with my other metal head friends! Have a great day - all the best, from Scotland :D

[@thehistorysquad]

Hey, thanks so much, I appreciate it 👍🏻

[@chaleefoo1]

Wow it's already 1am since starting this 100 years war playlist. Captivating story telling.

[@the.holy.ex.machina.empire]

Dude!!!! I'm so stoked. I love these 100 years war series. I feel about this like I did back when I was watching game of thrones eagerly awaiting for the next episode. hahahaha!

[@thehistorysquad]

That's cool, thanks 👍🏻

[@zali13]

I've honestly never heard of this battle, although I was aware of the scourge of piracy in the Channel at that time, but it's a great feat of arms by the English considering the relative power of the opposing force, and the Castilians were soundly defeated. Bravo on your presentation!

[@davidbarnes241]

Neither had I, despite visiting there many times last year.

[@Aethgeir]

The Hundred Years war is my favorite period/subject of the middle ages. I'm also very interested in nautical/sailing history, and these early battles under sail are not often talked about. Wonderful video! You've got yourself a new subscriber here.

[@thehistorysquad]

Excellent! Thank you and welcome aboard 👍🏻

[@magnushorus5670]

ohhh these are fun.... thank you for taking the time to make them good sir! This is heaven sent on cold rainy day when Im stuck inside

[@thehistorysquad]

My pleasure! 👍🏻

[@AJzilllaPro]

What fine storytelling!I absolutely loved the models and the instruments.Combined with your expert narrating it makes this story one that I could listen to for hours!Keep up the hard work!

[@foxenandfamily5060]

Well, another great story, well told, AND with the addition of a musical interlude! Very nice little styrofoam ships too!

[@Gogetalou]

I am loving this. As a 39 yr old i am learning new things. I mean the courage it must take to go out and have a old school war unbelievable.These videos are well researched and simple in the presentation. And being in costume brings the viewer further in. Thank you

[@thehistorysquad]

You're most welcome, thanks 👍🏻

[@nicholastimms]

I enjoyed history as a subject at secondary school. Thanks for the level of detail you are providing.

[@markjohnson6817]

The greatest way to teach history is through great story telling. One day I'll get there and be able to tell a cracking story as you can!

[@thehistorysquad]

Ah, thanks Mark - I hope you do. The world needs more great story tellers to keep memories alive 👍🏻

[@hairydave82]

If a picture is worth a thousand words, models that can be moved to show the course of events must be worth a thousand more. Great stuff. Keep it up!

[@thehistorysquad]

We agree! Thanks 👍🏻

[@stricknine6130]

Fantastic telling Sir! I loved the models I live in the US and grew up here, but my ancestry is English, and I love her history. Thank you for the video!

[@thedevilinthecircuit1414]

The sights AND the sounds of history, combined with storytelling *par exellence*. Bravo!

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks once again, I appreciate you watching 👍🏻

[@larryrisley9845]

Awesome as always 👏, God bless, always waiting for more incredible stories.

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks again Larry!

[@slicksmind6720]

This channel absolutely deserves much more viewership and support. I'm so glad you started a patreon!

[@thehistorysquad]

That's so kind, thanks very much. Stay tuned for more 👍🏻

[@calvinkurucz6370]

I wish I had you as a teacher in school sir. You transport us to the battle field like a good book. Thank you

[@thehistorysquad]

Wow, thanks, that's so nice of you 👍🏻

[@jzuniga999]

He never misses👏👏

[@JCOwens-zq6fd]

Well done as always Sir. I've always been rather fascinated w/ seaborne warfare. I entered the army w/ an intent of imitating my ancestor Major Johnathan Owens but i alqays loved to sail. My wifes father was a navy guy & he owns a ship building company back East. I miss the Atlantic sometimes but the Pacific is so much warmer. Lol

[@thehistorysquad]

Warmer indeed 😊. Thanks for watching JC

[@andrewmcneil1127]

Absolutely love the channel and your enthusiasm for story telling! Keep it up!

[@thehistorysquad]

Thank you! Will do!

[@icecoffee1361]

Brutal sea warfare great episode 👍🏻

[@adriansams6066]

I came across this purely by accident and loved it so much I've subscribed. I'm a Carpenter & Joiner and much of my work is around Winchelsea. Little known fact , Old Wichelsea was decimated by the great storm of 1290 (ish) so they relocated Winchelsea to it's present location. The location of Old Winchelsea has been lost in time but some believe it was located on the Broomhill flats (modern day East of Camber). I knew there had been a Battle at Winchelsea as it's on some maps but never knew the real story so thanks for that. Around 1290 (ish) The French attacked Rye which is around 3 miles form Winchelsea and set the Town ablaze and along with all the valuables they stole they took the Church Bell from St Mary's Church.. The men of Rye were a hardy bunch so they popped over to France, robbed and pilliaged but also bought back the Church Bell of St Mary's church in Rye........ Lesson to the French, don't mess with Sussex Folk. As the old saying goes "You can pook and you can shuv, but Sussex folk wunt be druv".. Meaning that if you push too hard we will bite you in the arse............... Great video and I look forwad to watching more....

[@thehistorysquad]

Hi Adrian, thanks so much for subbing, I'm glad you liked the film. Great insight in to Winchelsea as well, thanks for that. I knew a bit, but not about the bell - what a great story 👍🏻

[@Tzenyatta]

Loving this series so much! So glad I've found that you have a YT channel, I remember watching an archery video of yours on the english longbow awhile ago and thought you spoke with such good authority, just the right vibe and voice for something like this. Very entertaining! Can see this channel getting popular in no time, especially with the right thumbnails!

[@fredazcarate4818]

Sir I must say that I was not disappointed. Your lecture riveting; explanation of tactics employed precise, and the narrative on point. An elderly gentleman could not ask for more. Bravo!

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks Fred, I appreciate that.

[@80sbabejones54]

Your models are second to none. As well as the story telling wgich makes me want to learn more. Keep up the good work Kevin, you're great 😂🎉 ❤❤❤

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks so much!

[@michaelkrinsky3582]

Another great video, Kevin! Your presentation is wonderful and your models are fantastic! :)

[@thehistorysquad]

Thank you so much 😀 glad you like them

[@robertduck2217]

I teach in high school and regularly use these videos wherever possible! Absolutely fantastic, riveting loved by pupils and teachers both 😂

[@thehistorysquad]

Haha, that's great to hear Robert, thank you so much!

[@JohnDoe-tx8lq]

Wow, that map of the coast line is so different from today! 08:00 Looks like a second Portsmouth and Isle of Wight😃 I didn't realise there was such a large area of land that used to be sea.

[@thehistorysquad]

Yes, that's for sure. It's an interesting place to tour with a medieval view in mind 👍🏻

[@michaelmanning5379]

Who needs fancy graphics when you have model ships? Subscribed.

[@thehistorysquad]

Haha, so glad you like them, cheers Michael 👍🏻

[@macgyver4269]

The models are great. They help to picture the events you talk about.

[@edwardwindsor2516]

Perfect way to end the day, with another video in this great series

[@thehistorysquad]

Glad to hear it! Enjoy 👍🏻

[@astrozombie2021]

These are such amazing videos. I've been watching you for 10 years+ on youtube from your longbow videos. If you ever need high quality pictures of medieval models (I built and painted many) please let me know! From a fellow longbowman.... cheers!

[@thehistorysquad]

Well that's very kind of you to offer thank you. Do you have an email we can contact you on? I wouldn't suggest adding it in the comments but if you go to my website historysquad.ca, we have a contact form there and I can get back in touch with you. Appreciated 👍🏻

[@michaelanthony3204]

You have a great talent as a presenter,it is great to see history made interesting like this.Well done.

[@averyscott8380]

Fantastic video! I love naval history, but had not heard of this battle before. Edward III seemed to have a keen eye for enemy weakness. His enemies only had to slip up once to lose the battle.

[@Nozylatten]

Your charm, story telling and videos as a whole are just Fantastic Kevin, Thank you

[@thehistorysquad]

Wow, thank you too!

[@AyoubusMagnus]

We enjoy everything you do mister Hicks

[@thehistorysquad]

That's so kind thank you 👍🏻

[@viennabortnyk]

Love the amount of effort you put into videos not only providing uni level history but building scenes and full scale battles keep it up!!! ❤❤❤

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks, will do 👍

[@hamishmaclennan4392]

Im loving the models! I find it more informative and easy to follow than (probably far more expensive) re enactments TV shows use!

[@thehistorysquad]

Glad you like them!

[@bigworries5146]

Thank you Kevin, always look forward to your tales of old, all our love, Anthony and the girls England UK

[@thehistorysquad]

Wow, thanks guys, that's really appreciated 👍🏻

[@sevski1979]

Thanks Kevin I really enjoy your videos. I must admit I hadn't even heard of that one. Thumbs up 👍👍👍

[@mattsiba951]

You're amazing! I can't get enough watching your show

[@pjstatenisland1575]

Sir, you're a treasure! Thank you again. 🥰

[@thehistorysquad]

My pleasure!

[@quadoe]

The flute and horn made me realize you really are all talented from the bow, to the pen, to the flute. Amazing stuff! I hope more people can get hooked on these videos like I am!

[@thehistorysquad]

Thank you very much!

[@robertdouglas7460]

The models are superb . Must be great uniting two hobbies like this

[@thehistorysquad]

It is! Thanks Robert 👍🏻

[@jwright8838]

Thanks for your research and interest in history. Your videos help explain history and definitely spark interest.

[@thehistorysquad]

You're welcome, it's my pleasure!

[@peterreece6547]

Well Kevin, liked it especially the wee rendering on the recorder being an amateur musician myself only on accordions. Keep them coming.

[@thehistorysquad]

Will do 👍🏻

[@49mrbassman]

That's another one I missed out on. Thank you. Another fascinating video, about a period of history that, although we did do the 100yrs war, all the battles you've covered, most of them were missed out or covered very scantily.

[@johnpauldavis1967]

Good to see the Patreon so we can support your channel. Awesome story, great models ;-)

[@thehistorysquad]

Cheers John & thanks for joining us over on Patreon 👍🏻

[@nordicmaelstrom4714]

First time viewer and I have to say you are quite engaging with the material. I will definitely be watching more of your videos! Thank you for this great content.

[@thehistorysquad]

Well thank you, and welcome aboard!

[@nordicmaelstrom4714]

@@thehistorysquad Reporting aboard sir!

[@BrunoDeMarques]

Your models are great. And what a story teller! Congratulations

[@thehistorysquad]

Cheers Bruno 👍🏻

[@dangerotterisrea]

Fantastic stuff, nobody does history like you at the moment. You remind me of Tony Robinson back in the day! I swear you were on Blake's 7 😁

[@thehistorysquad]

Wow, thanks! Glad you're enjoying it 👍🏻

[@dangerotterisrea]

@@thehistorysquad this is fantastic. Brilliant stuff, bringing history alive.

[@hamishanderson6738]

Come off it! The special effects are better here!😁

[@thehistorysquad]

@@andrewbarry3375 😃

[@rothschildspigeon6390]

Fantastic stories. Great history and really well told. Although I was thinking more It Ain’t Half Hot Mum than Blake’s 7

[@kevinh.2244]

interesting video as always. keep em coming. cant wait for the next one. your like the Bob Ross of History!

[@tedgreen6]

These history docs are terrific. Thank you!

[@ReneeHorth]

So much love all the history and your models help you see how it all happened ! You’re an amazing storyteller!!

[@thehistorysquad]

Cheers Renee 👍🏻

[@amaniid9240]

Sir we couldn't have asked for a better history teacher then you. Can't wait for more of your work

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks a ton 👍🏻

[@benthomaswoodward]

I love the passion and props you use, really brings another dimension to story. I look forward to the next installment!

[@kpd3308]

Your models are perfectly fine. Your narration is what really makes these videos interesting and lively! Cheers!

[@thehistorysquad]

Ah, thank you very much. A viewer recently suggested we use computer simulation instead of hand drawn maps & models. Apart from the fact that it's way beyond me, there's already plenty of history like that out there and I quite like the unique touch these handmade things bring 😉

[@Ziddings]

Really interesting video! I had never heard of this battle before. These colossal Castilian galley's seem fascinating, I haven't heard of much like them.

[@kiwifruit27]

I really appreciate all the effort you put into your presentation. Fascinating to hear and watch. Awesome stuff

[@thehistorysquad]

Cheers Kiwi 👍🏻

[@Kujatalp]

Absolutely love these videos - You're brilliant!

[@thehistorysquad]

Thanks so much 😊

[@regtaylor1163]

Love these videos, my favorite period, great models, fun presentation.

[@gdjets]

You are like the English Uncle I never had! Love your videos and keep up the good work!

[@thehistorysquad]

👍🏻 Cheers, will do.

[@robharris5317]

Amazing historical content, never had a clue about this part of English history, thankyou for sharing an incredible story with us. Brilliant, totally 👏 👏 brilliant!!

[@thehistorysquad]

So glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻